Alarming news! Argentina's star risks missing the World Cup

Argentina may lose its wunderkind right before the start of the World Cup.

Details: According to The Touchline, citing journalist Arevalo Martin, 21-year-old attacking midfielder Nico Paz of Italy's Como is currently suffering from a knee injury that could shatter his dreams of playing at the World Cup.

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It is reported that Paz is currently able to move around and even run without discomfort, but certain exercises and minor collisions cause him significant pain—something that could seriously jeopardize his World Cup participation.

For now, the Argentina coaching staff is closely monitoring the young midfielder’s situation, and a final decision will be made at a later date.

This season, Nico Paz has played 40 matches for Como, netting 13 goals and providing 8 assists.

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